Cinnamon Sugar Sweet Spice Pumpkin Seeds
Transform your autumn snacking with these irresistible Cinnamon Sugar Sweet Spice Pumpkin Seeds! Perfectly roasted to a crunchy golden finish, these seeds are coated in a buttery cinnamon-sugar blend infused with warm notes of nutmeg, cloves, and a hint of vanilla. This easy recipe combines fall's favorite flavors with just the right touch of sweetness, making it a delightful homemade treat for seasonal gatherings, movie nights, or even healthy on-the-go snacking. Ready in just 40 minutes, these spiced pumpkin seeds are a great way to make use of leftover seeds from carving pumpkins. Serve them fresh or store to enjoy this cozy, aromatic snack throughout the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Raw pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Kosher salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
Rinse the pumpkin seeds thoroughly to remove any pumpkin pulp. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter (about 30 seconds). Stir in the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, vanilla extract, and kosher salt until well combined.
Add the dried pumpkin seeds to the bowl. Stir well to ensure the seeds are evenly coated with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Spread the coated pumpkin seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding for even roasting.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure they roast evenly and don't burn.
Once the seeds are golden and aromatic, remove them from the oven. Let them cool completely on the baking sheet, as they will crisp up further as they cool.
Once cooled, serve immediately or store the pumpkin seeds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.3 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.1 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 194 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.8 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.1 g | ||
| Protein | 56.4 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1847 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
